A Simple Soul
Enriched edition. A Simple Life: Reflections of Love, Sacrifice, and Purpose in 19th-Century FranceBy Gustave Flaubert
Length2h 34m
About this audiobook
In "A Simple Soul," Gustave Flaubert weaves a poignant narrative centered around the life of Félicité, a modest servant whose unwavering devotion and simplicity sharply contrast with the complexities of the world around her. Through rich prose and a meticulous attention to detail, Flaubert employs a realist style that captures the subtleties of human emotion and the poignant intersections of fate and faith. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, this novella reflects Flaubert's exploration of the mundane and the sublime, revealing how profound truths can be found in the simplest of lives. Gustave Flaubert, a master of literary realism and a pioneering figure in modern literature, was deeply influenced by his own observations of society and the personal struggles of those around him. His keen insights into human nature and his relentless quest for artistic perfection drove him to create characters that are at once unique and universally relatable. Flaubert's own experiences with love, loss, and existential musings inform the depth of Félicité's character, allowing readers to glimpse the intricacies of the human condition. Readers intrigued by themes of devotion, existential inquiry, and the intricacies of daily life will find "A Simple Soul" an essential addition to their literary repertoire. Flaubert's delicate yet powerful storytelling invites reflection on the nature of happiness and the search for meaning, making this novella not only a captivating read but a profound exploration of life's simplest truths.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length2 hrs 34 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 19, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Chapter 1 (pt. 1)
2Chapter 1 (pt. 2)
Un coeur simple (Annoté)Gustave Flaubert2h 52m$2 · $0.00
Trois contesGustave Flaubert4h 42m$2 · $0.00
مدام بوفاريGustave Flaubert11h 47m$3 · $0.00
Bouvard y PécuchetGustave Flaubert, Jorge Fondebrider29h 24m$12 · $0.00
Madame Bovary (Bilingual Edition: English-French)Gustave Flaubert27h 6m$1 · $0.00
BOUVARD & PÉCUCHETGustave Flaubert13h 33m$1 · $0.00
The Correspondence of George Sand and Gustave FlaubertGustave Flaubert, George Sand13h 20m$1 · $0.00
Gesammelte Werke: Romane + Erzählungen + Memoiren + ReiseberichteGustave Flaubert67h 29m$1 · $0.00
Over Strand and Field: A Record of Travel through BrittanyGustave Flaubert4h 57m$2 · $0.00
Bouvard et PécuchetGustave Flaubert7h 22m$1 · $0.00
Gesammelte Werke: Romane + Erzählungen + Memoiren + BriefeGustave Flaubert67h 30m$1 · $0.00
Sentimental Education (Autobiographical Novel) (Annotated)Gustave Flaubert22h 1m$2 · $0.00
Three Tales: A Simple Heart, Saint Julian the Hospitalier and HerodiasGustave Flaubert4h 1m$2 · $0.00
Leidenschaft und Tugend (Kommentiert)Gustave Flaubert3h 14m$1 · $0.00
Salammbô - Ancient Tale of Blood & ThunderGustave Flaubert13h 26m$1 · $0.00
Madame Bovary - Bilingual Edition (English / French):Gustave Flaubert28h 29m$1 · $0.00
L'Éducation sentimentale histoire d'un jeune hommeGustave Flaubert17h 55m$2 · $0.00
Die Erziehung der GefühleGustave Flaubert20h 37m$1 · $0.00
Frau Bovary (Zusammengefasste Ausgabe)Gustave Flaubert3h 34m$2
C. S. LewisC. S. Lewis38h 55m$30
The Jeeves and Wooster Stories: The Complete Collection (33 Books)P. G. Wodehouse21h 57m$15 · $0.00
The Gulag Archipelago Volume 3Aleksandr I. Solzhenitsyn21h 56m$46 · $0.00
Sherlock Holmes: The Ultimate CollectionArthur Conan Doyle59h 49m$5 · $0.00
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Charles Dickens: Complete Works (Annotated)Charles Dickens819h 4m$2 · $0.00
The Complete Novels of Jane Austen & Brontë Sisters (Annotated)Jane Austen, Charlotte Brontë, Emily Brontë, Anne Brontë204h 15m$2 · $0.00
The Complete Works: Charlotte, Emily, Anne, Patrick & Branwell BrontëCharlotte Brontë, Anne Brontë, Emily Brontë138h 12m$1 · $0.00
The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (Annotated)Oscar Wilde126h 19m$2 · $0.00
L. M. Montgomery – Premium Collection: Novels, Short Stories, Poetry & MemoirsLucy Maud Montgomery155h 1m$2 · $0.00
MARK TWAIN: 12 Novels, 195 Short Stories, Autobiography, 10 Travel Books, 160+ Essays & Speeches (Illustrated)Mark Twain415h 9m5 (2)$2 · $0.00
The Complete Works of William ShakespeareWilliam Shakespeare89h 26m$3.50 · $0.00
The Great Gatsby: Original 1925 Edition (An F. Scott Fitzgerald Classic NovelFrancis Scott Fitzgerald4h 45m$18 · $0.00
The Brontë Sisters: The Complete Novels (Unabridged) (Annotated)Charlotte Brontë, Emily Brontë, Anne Brontë120h 3m$2 · $0.00
All NovelsGeorge Orwell53h 48m$10 · $0.00
The Complete Works of TolstoyLeo Tolstoy412h 44m$1 · $0.00
The Complete Works of Louisa May Alcott (Annotated)Louisa May Alcott226h 24m$2 · $0.00
Sherlock Holmes series - completeArthur Conan54h 8m$3.50 · $0.00
The Fire Next TimeJames Baldwin2h 25m$15
Under His ProtectionB. Love5h 7m$15
Heart of IronC. M. Alongi15h 24m$30
Ethic IIAshley Antoinette9h 1m$20
RiversnowTess Thompson8h 11m$20
Supreme ClienteleAshley & JaQuavis8h 58m$20
Body Refinement in a Beast Tamer’s World, Book 1Seth Ring14h 7m$27
EmberJeffrey Wilson, Brian Andrews13h 58m$23
The Complete Works of Jane Austen (Unabridged)Jane Austen88h 8m5 (1)$1 · $0.00
Desperate MeasuresBrenda Jackson8h 59m5 (1)$28 · $0.00
Searching For ThanksgivingS.E. Smith4h 24m$20
Naughty 4Brenda Hampton7h 30m$17
The Dance with Me TrilogyShelley Shepard Gray21h 44m$35
Anne Shirley (Complete 14 Book Collection)Lucy Maud Montgomery125h 28m$2 · $0.00
The DopemanJaQuavis Coleman5h 25m$20
Sherlock Holmes: The Ultimate CollectionArthur Conan Doyle59h 49m$5 · $0.00
WhistlerAnn Patchett10h 45m4.2 (12)$29 · $0.00
Grand Opening 2Carl Weber9h 16m$20
Sons of Valor II: Violence of ActionBrian Andrews, Jeffrey Wilson12h 34m$23
Malevolent MagicMildred Abbott7h 13m$17
Bikes, Toys, and Hot BoyzGenesis Woods, Shantaé13h 9m$23
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